Metal Wire Worker
きんぞくせいせんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Metal wire workers use machines such as drawing machines to stretch metal materials, manufacturing wire rods with specified wire diameters and characteristics, and perform quality control, machine operation, and maintenance.
Description
Metal wire workers draw metal rods or wires through dies to achieve specified wire diameters and mechanical properties. They handle drawing machine operation, tension adjustment, winding control, die replacement, annealing in heat treatment furnaces, surface inspection, dimensional measurement, and recording of quality data. They also perform daily machine inspections, simple maintenance and cleaning, and thoroughly manage safety. In some cases, they review process conditions or propose equipment improvements to enhance production efficiency.
Future Outlook
With the introduction of automation equipment and increasing demand for high-value-added wire rods, expertise in precision control and equipment maintenance is required. Skill improvement and IoT utilization are key in a stable demand environment.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Metal Wire Worker (Apprentice) → Metal Wire Worker (Skilled) → Line Leader → Production Management → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Basic Operation of Heat Treatment Equipment / Dimensional Measurement (Calipers, Micrometer) / Drawing Machine Operation / Product Inspection
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of Metal Material Properties / Machine Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to strictly manage the product's wire diameter and surface quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it mainly involves simple tasks with little need for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operation Skills Training
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
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